Samara Beach Hotel, Sámara - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Main Street, Sámara, Costa Rica

Samara Beach Hotel, a 3-star property on the Main Street of Playa Samara, features a blooming garden with local vegetation and an outdoor swimming pool. The property includes a restaurant, bar/coffee shop, parking facilities, laundry service, and tour desk.

Contemporary Room Amenities

The hotel's 20 spacious rooms offer balconies with pool or garden views. Each air-conditioned accommodation at Samara Beach Hotel includes a private bathroom with hot water, king-size bed, flat-screen TV, security box, and WiFi access.

Dining With Breakfast

El Rancho serves a complimentary breakfast buffet. A coffee shop/cafe provides additional dining options.

Adventure Activities Available

Hotel Samara Beach organizes kayaking and snorkeling trips to Isla Chora, turtle observation tours, and dolphin watching excursions. Additional activities include horseback riding, diving, surfing, and fishing.

Pacific Coast Location

Located in Guanacaste's North Pacific Coast, the hotel stands 18.5 miles from Nosara. The property offers airport transfer services.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Quadruple Room

Max:

4 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Sámara700 ft

Airports

Nosara (NOB) 16.5 mi

Tamarindo (TNO) 56.0 mi

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Snorkeling
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Yoga class
Aerobics
Fishing

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach access
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Public Bath
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Main Street, Sámara, Costa Rica

Map view

Main Street, Sámara, Costa Rica

City landmarks

Samara Beach

4100 ft

Bay

Bahia Samara

1.1 mi

Mountain behind Samara beach

Werner Sauter Biological Reserve

1.4 mi

Beach

Malanoche Estuary

1.4 mi

Island

Isla Chora

1.7 mi

Playa Buenavista

2.2 mi

Route 150 Belen

Belen Waterfall

2.5 mi

Beach

Playa Buena Vista

2.5 mi

Bay

Bahia Carrillo

2.8 mi

Beach

Playa Carrillo

3.1 mi

Nearby

Spa Center

Samara-Carrillo Info Center

1800 ft

Playa Samara Guanacaste Nicoya

Samara Ticos Surf School

1800 ft

Restaurants

Pico Feliz

1000 ft

Samara Main Street

Soda El Mana

1200 ft

Meters From Main Street 25

Falafel Cafe

200 ft

Main Road

Casa maxou

300 ft

Natural center

Soda Colochos

700 ft

Meters South Of Ice 150 near Rancho de la Playa and Samara Massage

The Flying Taco

1200 ft

Northwest Corner of Futbol Field

Pizzeria A' Mozzarella

200 ft

Natural Center

Sheriff Rustic

900 ft

On the Beach At the End Of Main Street near Chocco's and the police station

Fox 05 Gastro Bus

1000 ft

Restaurant

TIKA Frutika

1000 ft

contiguo a Hostel Mariposas Calle Intercultura

Panaderia & Heladeria Princesa Bakery & Ice Cream Parlor

1100 ft

West of Banco Nacional 65 next to Super Delfin

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

6.4

Location

9.0

Service

7.0

Dining

5.2

Thomas

United States of America, March 2025

5.4/10

My stay at Samara Beach Hotel was pretty enjoyable overall. I loved the beautiful garden and the friendly staff who made me feel welcome right away. However, I did have a few issues with the noise levels and breakfast options that could use some improvement. Still, the location was excellent, being just a few minutes from the beach and close to great restaurants.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable and had modern amenities like air conditioning and a ceiling fan. I appreciated the spaciousness and the nice view of the pool from my balcony.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, always ready to help with anything I needed. They really made the stay feel special.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly located, right in the center of town and just a short walk to the beach. It's convenient with lots of restaurants nearby.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast had some variety, but it was often cold and didn't fully meet my expectations. I ended up finding a great bakery nearby instead.

Facilities

7.0

The pool was refreshing and the garden area was lovely, though I noticed some of the sun chairs were a bit worn out.

James

United States of America, March 2025

6.6/10

I had a lovely stay at Samara Beach Hotel, even though there were a few bumps along the way. The location is fantastic, just a short walk from the beach and close to many restaurants. The room was comfortable and had a nice balcony overlooking the pool, which I loved. However, the breakfast could use improvement, as the options were quite limited and the food was often cold. Overall, it was a pleasant stay, and I would consider returning.

Rooms

6.0

The room was spacious with a large, comfortable bed and a mini fridge. However, some light bulbs were burnt out, and I noticed a few cleanliness issues in the bathroom.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and accommodating, especially the reception staff who were welcoming and eager to help. I appreciated their quick response to issues like the strange smell in the bathroom.

Location

9.0

The hotel is centrally located, just a 2-minute walk to the beach and surrounded by numerous dining options. This made exploring so easy and enjoyable.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was included, but the variety was limited, and I found the food to be cold at times. There was a nice selection of eggs and toast, but I wish there were more options available.

Facilities

6.0

The pool area was refreshing and well-maintained, and I liked the security at night. However, I noticed some of the sun chairs were broken, which could use attention.

Natalie

United States of America, February 2025

6.0/10

My stay at Samara Beach Hotel was a mixed experience. The location was fantastic, just a couple of minutes from the beach, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. However, there were some significant noise issues at night and the breakfast was not very impressive. Overall, it has a great community vibe but needs a few improvements.

Rooms

7.0

The room was small but clean and had a functioning AC. I appreciated the mini-fridge. A little more attention to cleaning would enhance the experience, though.

Service

7.0

The staff were generally nice and helpful, especially the owner who was open to feedback. However, the check-in process could have been smoother.

Location

9.0

The hotel is excellently located right in the center of town. so many restaurants and the beach are just a short walk away.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast had limited variety and was often cold when I arrived. I enjoyed it at first but it could definitely use some improvement.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities included a nice pool and community areas which were great for meeting other travelers. However, some lounge furniture was in bad shape.

Terry

United States of America, December 2024

5.8/10

I had a decent stay at this hotel. The owner, Don, created a welcoming vibe and I loved the community feel. However, the rooms could use some maintenance and the breakfast was pretty basic. I really appreciated the friendly staff and the nice pool area, but some noise issues at night were a downside.

Rooms

6.0

The room was small and clean, but needed some maintenance. The fridge was tiny and not working, and I found a weird smell in the bathroom area initially, but they handled it quickly.

Service

7.0

The staff at the front desk were super friendly and helpful, which made a positive impression, especially when I had issues during check-in.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, just a 3-minute walk to the beach and close to everything in town, making it very convenient.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was simple, mostly eggs and toast. It would’ve been nice to have more options and warmer food when I arrived a bit later.

Facilities

6.0

The pool area was nice and clean, but I noticed some lounge chairs were broken and needed replacement.

Carlos

United States of America, December 2024

6.8/10

My stay at Samara Beach Hotel had its highs and lows. The location was fantastic, just a short walk to the beach and surrounded by eateries. While the staff was friendly and helpful, the room required maintenance and cleanliness could have been improved.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was spacious with a king bed. However, it had a strong odor and the bathroom cleanliness was not up to par. It was disappointing to find that the TV did not work, and the hangers were unclean.

Service

5.0

The reception staff were welcoming and proactive in addressing my concerns. They quickly sent someone to take care of the smell issue in the bathroom. However, the check-in process was marred by a billing error that took far too long to resolve.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent. I appreciated being in the heart of town, close to the beach and plenty of restaurants. It felt safe and convenient, which made exploring so much easier.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was a letdown. It lacked variety and tasted pretty basic. I found the orange juice to be overly sweet and not authentic, and on the second day, we opted to skip it and seek a better option nearby.

Facilities

6.0

The pool area was spacious and clean, which was a nice perk. However, I noticed there weren't enough sun chairs for everyone, and most of the lounge furniture was broken.